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TOMIX TNOS SYSTEM English Language Notes from the 5701 TNOS Basic Set Manual, with Added Comments

By Richard D. Kerr Revised 2017-12-11

(Tomix Japanese manual available at www.tomytec.co.jp/tomix/necst/5701tnos/images/5701_manual.pdf)

Excerpted Notes [with added comments in square brackets]

Pg. 1 top [the usual consumer product cautions … do not short-circuit between rails. Each device may

generate heat. When derailed, please turn off the power immediately. Be sure to unplug the plug or AC adapter from the outlet when not driving. Please keep the manual and package.]

Pg. 1 mid. left [product handling advice: Handle carefully, connect correctly. Don’t overload. Turn power off on all devices when attaching or detaching a connector. Hold connector body and do not pull by the wires. Turn power off on all devices when placing a train on the track. Uses metal train wheels for detection. Do not expose to sunlight. Do not store in places with high temperature, dust or dampness. Keep train wheels and rails clean and free of oil. Do not operate trains wildly, etc.]

Pg. 1 mid. right The memory card included with this product is for the Control Unit T-CU01 only. Do not use memory card in other equipment. The Memory Card has a protect switch; to prevent erroneous erasure, keep this switch in the “lock” position.

Pg. 1 lower [table of contents] [Follow the “Refer to . . .” notes below instead.] Pg. 1 bottom [basic description of TNOS system: Control Unit, ND Hub, gapped rail blocks, sensors, points

control, no DCC installations required, 10 dedicated layout plans each with multiple pre-programmed automatic operating sequences.]

Pg. 2 top [Figures showing block-based automatic train operation: Without a preceding train (upper figure):

1. A train runs at its set maximum speed. Note that blocks are normally unpowered. 2. When detected at a sensor, a train “claims” the next track block ahead, which gets set to

matching polarity and speed parameters. The block behind is released and de-powered. With a preceding train ahead (lower figure):

1. A train runs at its set maximum speed if 3 or more track blocks behind the train ahead. 2. A train runs at its set reduced speed if 2 blocks behind (after being detected at sensor). 3. A train stops if 1 block behind the train ahead (after being detected at sensor). 4. A train re-accelerates when the block ahead is released by the train ahead.]

5701 TNOS Basic Set Contents

Note: Refer to Figure 1 on manual page 2 at bottom. Control Unit T-CU01 1 Terminating Resistor 1 ND Hub T-ND100 1 Insulated (gap) Rail Joiner 20 (with Points Driver (turnout) (T-DVP01) 4 Rail Joiner Exchange Tool 5 and Feeder Driver (track power) (T-DVF02) 4 Label Sticker Sheet 1 SD Memory Card 1 5701 TNOS Basic Set Manual 1 AC Power Adapter 2 Basic Connection Guide (large fold-out) 1 Communication Cable 1 Warning Statement Sheet (yellow) 1 (Note: An errata correction sheet for layout cabling may also be included.) [Warning! The Terminating Resistor, sealed in a small clear bag with the sprues of rail joiners and tools, is an important part of the TNOS system, and also so tiny that it is very easy to lose. I recommend keeping it plugged into the appropriate ND Hub receptacle, and being vigilant over time in checking that it is still there.]

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Tomix TNOS T-CU01 Control Unit Features

Note: Numbers refer to the drawing of the Control Unit (Figure 2) on manual page 3 at top. 1 Power Switch Push top of switch to turn the Control Unit on; push bottom of switch to turn it off. 2 Power Indicator LED will light green when the Control Unit power is turned on. When an overload is detected, power is shut

off and the LED will light red. 3 Control Keypad This keypad is used to initiate various operations such as selection of Layout Plan, Automatic Operation

mode, parameter settings, etc. 4 Dial Used to select numerical values for control options chosen with a Control Unit Keypad button, to select

which train’s speed and signals to display, and to control the speed of a train during Manual Intervention. 5 Display Displays various information such as numerical value and setting entered, speed and condition of a running

train, etc. 6 Manual Intervention Light Lights yellow during manual operation of a train. 7 Green Signal Lights while the train with the displayed number can run at maximum speed during Automatic Operation. 8 Yellow Signal Lights while the train with the displayed number runs under reduced speed during Automatic Operation. 9 Stop Signal Lights red when the train with the displayed number is receiving a stop instruction during Automatic

Operation, and when “tnoS” is displayed before and after an Automatic Operation. 10 Brake Operation Light Lights red while the train with the displayed number is decelerating during Automatic Operation. 11 Memory Card Slot The included SD Memory Card must be inserted into this slot [before unit is turned on. Do not store in unit.] 12 DC Power Input The supplied AC power adapter plugs into this socket. 13 TCS Power Output Power supply for TCS products like signals, automatic crossing, etc. 14 Communication Port A The included Communication Cable plugs in here. 15 Communication Port B Communication port for expansion. This product is not used alone. [not used at this time] 16 12C Port Terminal for extending the 12C port. This product is not used alone. [not used at this time] This is a pin for

extending the serial communication port. 17 Serial Communication Port This is a pin for extending the serial communication port. [not used at this time] 18 Smartphone Stand It is possible to place a smartphone or similar device here. [Figure 5 on manual page 4 has more information on the Smartphone Stand: How to Use the Stand The stand part of the Control Unit is designed to be able to hold a smartphone or similar device, and can be enjoyed with the Tomix 5594 In-Vehicle Camera System Set (E233-3000 series). You can adjust the position of the stand (see Figure 5). When adjusting the stand position, slide it as shown in the illustration and adjust it to your preferred position. Make sure to slide it with both hands, keeping it parallel to the original position.]

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Tomix TNOS T-ND100 Hub Features Note: Numbers refer to the drawing of the ND Hub (Figure 3) on manual page 3 at bottom. 1 Power Switch Push left side of switch to turn ND Hub on; push right side of switch to turn it off. 2 Power Indicator LED will light green when Control Unit power is turned on. When an overload is detected, power is shut off

and the LED will light red. 3 Sensor Connections (S1 to S8) Connect each Sensor cable to the appropriate “S” input port number. 4 Communication Ports A Connect the included Communication Cable(s) here. 5 Track Power Feeder Connections (F1 to F4) (Driver for Feeder) Connect each DC Feeder N cable to the appropriate “F” output port number. 6 Electric Point (Turnout) Connections (P1 to P4) (Driver for Points) Connect each Electric Point (turnout or track switch) cable to the appropriate “P” output port number. 7 DC Power Input The supplied AC power adapter plugs into this socket. [Identical adapters are used for CU01 and ND100]. 8 TCS Power Output 12 V DC Power supply for TCS products like signals, automatic crossing, etc. 9 Communication Port B Terminal for Communication Port B expansion. This product is not used alone. [not used at this time] 10 12C Port Terminal for extending the 12C port. This product is not used alone. [not used at this time] 11 Terminating Resistor Socket This is a socket for inserting the Terminating Resistor. [See my warning at bottom of Page 1 above.]

Excerpted Notes [with Comments]

Manual, Pg. 4 top [a list of products that can be used with the TNOS System (ND Hub, sensors, feeders, cables)] Pg. 4 bottom [shows application of label stickers to cables, ND Hub; Smartphone Stand (see Page 2 above)] Pg. 5 top [Overview of Preparation Steps (refer to following pages below for details):

1. Choose a Layout Plan to construct. 2. Prepare the required materials (track pieces, sensors, track feeders, gap insulators, etc.) A

table of the needed quantities for each Layout Plan is provided below. The diagrams for each Layout Plan must be followed exactly, in order to operate properly.

3. Assemble and cable the tracks. Refer to the diagram. Install items in the correct position and orientation. *If fastening the tracks to a layout board etc., perform Trial Operation before fastening.

4. After initial assembly of the track and cabling, select the Automatic Operation mode “Trial Operation” [a one-train mode shown within a separate box in the documentation] to test the operation of the layout. If it does not work properly, check the position of the gaps and cabling, then re-run the Trial Operation mode until successful.

5. After Trial Operation completes without any problem, enjoy driving in other Automatic Operation modes. *It is also possible to set detailed operating parameters; please set them, referring to the explanations starting on manual page 13.]

Pg. 5 top right [SD Memory Card: Insert in the Control Unit with proper orientation. Push it all the way in until a “click” sound is heard, after which the card will rebound slightly. To remove, press it in lightly until a “click” sound is heard, then it will come out a little and can be removed. *When storing the Control Unit in its box, remove the card first and store it. *Do not lose the memory card. *Do not insert anything other than the included memory card. *Insert the memory card before turning on the power; remove it only after turning off the power.]

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Pg. 5 lower [table of quantities: columns are Layout Plans 1 to 10, rows are ND hubs, DC track feeders, points / turnouts (right, left, double crossover), sensors and insulated gap joiners.]

Pg. 5 bottom – 6 [layout plans 1 to 10: general plans showing track block numbers and sensors.] Pg. 6 bottom [typical train motor and lighting current needs: the general Tomix chart.] Pg. 7 top [track block lengths: Blocks must be long enough to fit longest train operated between entry

gap and sensor, and for all trains to come to a stop before the exit gap and the next block. Pg. 7 lower [How to remove metal rail joiners and replace with insulating gap joiners; you can use the

G70 insulated gap straight track piece instead.] Pg. 7 bottom [gap installation at points / turnouts: normally on both branching routes of points / turnout;

with Full Selection points it is possible to provide a gap at the root end of points / turnout.] Pg. 8 top [reversing travel direction on an oval layout: The figures show that reversing the orientation

of all track feeders will reverse the direction of operation. Note relocation of sensors. Note that the parallel double tracks retain their same block numbers.]

Pg. 8 middle left DC Track Feeder Installation [. . .] Because the Track Feeder can be inserted from either side of the track piece, carefully

check the wiring diagram of the desired Layout Plan and pay attention to the mounting direction. If you make a mistake, the polarity reverses and the direction of travel will also be reversed. Normal operation will not be carried out, and also derailment and electric short-circuit may occur, which may cause a malfunction or unexpected accident.

Pg. 8 bottom [under-track power feeder installation: The figures show how to orient newer Tomix under-track feeders so that they will match polarity with the traditional feeder. (My “L” mnemonic: orient them so that the wires Leave the clip-on box on the same side as the Left side (the Long prong side) of the traditional feeder.)]

Pg. 9 top [TCS Sensor Location: (Figure 13) Sensor Mounting Position 1 – When running two or more trains at one time, if there is a train

in the next block ahead, it is necessary to stop the following train after the detection sensor but before the insulating gap between the blocks. Therefore, when installing the sensor, leave the necessary distance between sensor and gap, as shown at right.

Sensor Mounting Position 2 – Locate the sensor toward the “outbound” end of each block. Depending on the plan, if trains will run in both directions in a block, more than one sensor will be needed in that block.

Note that sensors can be inserted into track from either side, and can use either cable socket.] Pg. 9 bottom [standard Tomix info on placement and cabling of 5573 and 5558 TCS sensors.] Pg. 10 top [standard Tomix info on installation of 5567 TCS sensor.] Pg. 10 middle [application table showing which TCS sensors can be used with which Tomix track types.] Pg. 10 bottom [Relationships between malfunction of operation and sensor:

1. [top half of figure] A train enters the next block and stops suddenly, but there is no train ahead and the block is not in “stop” mode. If such a phenomenon occurs, it may be a case of sensor malfunction. Double check the sensor installation and wiring. The last sensor did not detect the train, and as a result no power has been directed to the next block.

2. [bottom half of figure] A train stops normally after detection by a sensor, but there is no train in the block ahead. The sensor in the block ahead may have malfunctioned in a “constantly detecting” manner. Check the sensor in the block ahead, or try replacing it.]

Pg. 11 top [General control cabling scheme (Figure 17) shows AC power cords and Communication Cable connections for a Control Unit and one ND Hub. Note insertion of Terminating Resistor in ND.]

Pg. 11 bottom [Cabling of ND Hub (Figure 18) shows Sensor, Feeder and Point / turnout receptacles. Note the Feeder Driver and Points Driver “bricks” are removable, and they have “keyed” receptacle and cable plug shapes to prevent cross-insertion of one type cable into the other type “brick.”

Pg. 12 top [ND Hub Expansion (Figure 19) shows multiple ND Hubs “daisy-chained” by Communication Cables. Note insertion of Terminating Resistor in the final ND Hub. ND units are set to address “1” by default. With multiple ND Hub units, it is necessary to change each address after the first unit. Refer to manual page 17 and make any necessary ND Hub address changes.]

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Tomix TNOS Control Unit Keypad Note: Refer to Figure 20 on manual page 12. [The keypad keys are numbered below for reference, from left to right, beginning with the top row, as follows:]

1 2 3 4

5 6 7 8

9 10 11 12

13 14 15 16

1 Select Layout Plan Used to select a Layout Plan number. Pressing the button during Automatic Operation displays the number

of the current Layout Plan. 2 Set Signals Temporarily not used at present. [future enhancement] 3 Select Pulse Frequency Used to change, if desired, the frequency of the motor control pulse. 4 Setup Used when needed to change the address of an ND Hub unit. 5 Select Automatic Operation Mode Used to select an Automatic Operation mode for the chosen Layout Plan. Pressing the button during

Automatic Operation displays the number of the current Automatic Operation mode. 6 Set Automatic Operation Time Optionally used to set a time duration for an Automatic Operation. Pressing the button during operation

displays the remaining time. 7 Set Repetitions Optionally used to set the number of repetitions of an Automatic Operation sequence. Pressing the button

during operation displays the remaining number of repetitions. 8 Display Speed Returns the Display to the selected train’s speed, after displaying remaining duration, repetitions, etc. 9 Select Operating Parameter Set Used to assign an Operating Parameter Set (speeds, acceleration rates, etc.) number to the selected train. 10 Customize Operating Parameter Set Used to edit the individual parameters of a customizable Operating Parameter Set [sets 1 – 10 only]. 11 Parameter Copy Can be used to copy one train’s chosen Operating Parameter Set to other train numbers. 12 Confirm / Enter Acts like an “Enter” button to “lock in” a dialed Layout Plan number, Automatic Operation mode number,

parameter, etc., selected by using the Control Keypad buttons and then the Dial. 13 Emergency Stop Shuts off power supply to the track. Stops all trains in an emergency while in Automatic Operation. 14 Pause Temporarily stops the trains. Lights remain lit. 15 End Operation Ends an Automatic Operation at its next logical “end state,” cancelling any remaining set Automatic

Operating Time duration or Repetition count setting. 16 Start / Resume

Starts the chosen Automatic Operation mode on the chosen Layout Plan, resumes operation after a Pause, or resumes automatic control of a train’s speed after a Manual Intervention of that train’s speed control.

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Operation of the TNOS Control Unit

Trial Operation When all setup and cabling is completed, perform a Trial Operation first to check whether everything is correct. Setting up a Trial Operation is carried out using the following procedure. *Trial Operations are performed with only one train. *If the Trial Operation Mode is not completed successfully, there may be problems with wiring, etc. Check it again. To determine the Trial Operation number for each Layout Plan, please refer to manual pages 18 - 34. Note: Refer to Figure 21 on manual page 13 left. 1 Plug Control Unit and ND Hub into electrical outlets. 2 Place a train on the track (one train only) at the “Train 1” position shown on the selected Layout Plan. *Please refer to the Layout Plan figures starting on manual pages 18 – 34. 3 Turn on Control Unit and HD Hub. [Power indicator lights should light green.] 4 Press the Select Layout Plan button on the keypad. [“L” will be shown on left side of the Display.] 5 Turn the Dial to the proper Layout Plan number. *For example, to select Layout Plan 4, turn dial so that “4” is shown on the Display. 6 Press the Confirm / Enter button. A decimal point will light up after the selected number on the Display to confirm it has been entered. 7 Press the Select Automatic Operation Mode button. [“A” will be shown on left side of the Display.] 8 Turn the Dial to the proper Trial Operation mode number. 9 Press the Confirm / Enter button. A decimal point will light up after the selected number on the Display to confirm it has been entered. 10 Press the Start / Resume button. *Test running of the train should begin. When the Trial Operation mode sequence is completed, “tnoS” will appear on the Display again. Automatic Operation [Note: This is essentially the same as the sequence above, except that you can choose any Automatic Operation Mode for the constructed Layout Plan, and you place and run as many trains as the chosen mode requires.] After the Trial Operation is successfully completed, you can run trains by selecting an Automatic Operation Mode for the Layout Plan. Setting up an Automatic Operation is carried out using the following procedure. *For each Layout Plan and Automatic Operation Mode, refer to manual pages 18 – 34. Note: Refer to Figure 22 on manual page 13 right. 1 Plug Control Unit and ND Hub into electrical outlets. [Place trains on track where indicated on Layout Plan.] 2 Turn on Control Unit and HD Hub. [Power indicator lights should light green.] 3 Press the Select Layout Plan button on the keypad. [“L” will be shown on left side of the Display.] 4 Turn the Dial to the proper Layout Plan number. * For example, to select Layout Plan 4, turn dial so that “4” is shown on the Display. 5 Press the Confirm / Enter button. A decimal point will light up after the selected number on the Display to confirm it has been entered. [There is no Step 6.] 7 Press the Select Automatic Operation Mode button. [“A” will be shown on left side of the Display.] 8 Turn the Dial to the desired Automatic Operation Mode number. *For example, to select Automatic Operation Mode 2, turn dial so that “2” is shown on the Display. 9 Press the Confirm / Enter button. A decimal point will light up after the selected number on the Display to confirm it has been entered. 10 Press the Start / Resume button. *Each train will start running according to the selected Automatic Operation sequence. When you operate normally, each train will run according to the sequence and finally return to its original position and stop. “tnoS” will appear on the Display again, after the Automatic Operation sequence is completed.

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Stopping a Train There are two ways to stop a train while running in Automatic Operation Mode. Refer to the procedures below. Note: Refer to Figure 23 on manual page 14 upper left. Emergency Stop Stops all operations in an emergency while in the running mode. Power is turned off. *When you press the Stop button, “StoP” appears on the Display. When you press the button, trains stop immediately. To resume driving again, it is necessary to return each train to its start position corresponding to the selected Layout Plan and Automatic Operation Mode. *The setting of the Layout Plan and Automatic Operation Mode needs to be done again. Pause Pauses operations temporarily. Power remains on and the Automatic Operation Mode is retained. Operations can be resumed. *When you press the Pause button, “PAUS” appears on the Display. Press the Start / Resume button to resume the Automatic Operation sequence from the point at which it was paused. Manual Intervention You can manually control the speed of any train while running in an Automatic Operation mode. Speed is limited if the train is in a limited-speed “Yellow” signal condition, and the train will stop if in a “Red” signal condition. Note: Refer to Figure 24 on manual page 14 lower left. While running in Automatic Operation Mode: 1 Select the train you want to manually control using the Dial. 2 Press the Confirm / Enter button. The Manual Intervention Light will light yellow. The train number and

current speed number will be shown in the Display. 3 Turn the Dial to control the speed manually. Automatic limited-speed Yellow and stopping remain in effect. 4 Press the Confirm / Enter button again to cancel Manual Intervention. The Manual Intervention Light will go

off. *Automatic Operation will resume.

Set Operation Time You can optionally set a duration time for continuous operation. The Automatic Operation Mode will end as soon as the program cycle is completed after the desired duration time has been reached. *It may take time to stop depending on the chosen operation, until the program reaches an “end state.” *When both Operation Time and Repetitions are set, the one reached first will have priority. Note: Refer to Figure 25 on manual page 14 upper right. 1 Press the Set Operation Time button after selecting an Automatic Operation Mode. [Display will show

“0.00”] 2 Turn the Dial to the desired number of minutes. 3 Press the Confirm / Enter button.

A decimal point will light up after the number of minutes on the Display to confirm it has been entered. 4 Turn the Dial to the desired number of seconds. 5 Press the Confirm / Enter button.

A decimal point will light up after the number of seconds on the Display to confirm it has been entered. Note: The maximum setting is 99 minutes and 59 seconds.

See Remaining Operation Time 1 Press the Operation Time button during Automatic Operation.

The remaining Operation Time will be shown in the Display. 2 Press the Display Speed button during Automatic Operation to return to showing the speed in the Display. Cancel Remaining Operating Time Press the End Operation button. *It may take time to stop depending on the chosen operation, until the sequence reaches an “end state.”

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Set Repetitions You can optionally set a number of repetitions for the Automatic Operation to execute continuously. Note: Refer to Figure 26-1 on manual page 14 right bottom. 1 Press the Repetitions button after selecting an Automatic Operation Mode. [Display will show “r.” and a

number.] 2 Turn the Dial to the desired number of times (from 1 to 255 times).

*For example, to select 15 times, turn dial so that “15” is shown on the Display. 3 Press the Confirm / Enter button.

A decimal point will light up after the selected number on the Display to confirm it has been entered. See Remaining Number of Repetitions Note: Refer to Figure 26-2 on manual page 15 top left. 1 Press the Repetitions button during Automatic Operation.

The number of repetitions remaining will be shown in the Display. 2 Press the Display Speed button during Automatic Operation to return to showing the speed in the Display. Cancel Remaining Repetitions Press the End Operation button. *It may take time to stop depending on the chosen operation, until the sequence reaches an “end state.” Forwarding Mode Forwarding Mode is a mode in which a train can be moved according to a manually set route. You can move a train to a selected position (for example a siding) using the Dial. Refer to Figure 27 on manual page 15 middle. 1 Press the Select Layout Plan button and select the appropriate Layout Plan using the Dial.

*For details see manual page 13. 2 Press the Select Automatic Operation Mode button. 3 Turn the Dial to mode 0.

*In any Layout Plan, Automatic Operation Mode “0” is Forwarding Mode. 4 Press the Confirm / Enter button. For example, Train 1 has been stopped using Emergency Stop. We will move it from S1-3 to S1-1 [via S1-4]. 1 Set the start point (block sensor number) [indicated as Point 0 in the left half of the Display].

*In this example it is in 1.3 [S1-3]. *In cases where the number chosen is not logical, the [right-most] decimal point in the Display will not light. *Do not select a block where another train is already present.

2 Set the next point to move to [indicated as Point 1 in the left half of the Display]. *In this example S1-3 is followed by S1-4, so use the Dial to select 1.4 and press the Confirm / Enter button. 3 Set the next point to move to [indicated as Point 2 in the left half of the Display]. *In this example S1-4 is followed by S1-1, so use the Dial to select 1.1 and press the Confirm / Enter button. 4 Press the Confirm / Enter button again. [In general, once all points in the sequence have been entered.]

Train 1 will move from “1-3” to “1-4” to “1.1”. When the train direction needs be reversed in Forwarding Mode [bottom of Figure 27] For example, moving from S1-2 to S1-3 and back to S1-2. 1. Set the start point [use Dial and Confirm / Enter button; this example shows in the Display as “0. 1.2.”] 2. Set the next point (reversing point) [use Dial; this example shows in the Display as “1. 1.3”] 3. Press Confirm / Enter Twice to set the reversing location [Display will show this example as “1.1.3.”] 4. Set the next point [use Dial and Confirm / Enter button; this example shows in the Display as “0. 1.2.” again] 5. Press the Confirm / Enter button. Train 1 will move from “1-2” to “1-3”, then reverse from “1-3” to “1.1”. Example: You want to stop a train that is reversing from S1-3 to S1-2 within the passing siding. Because a train entering from the opposite direction [than the normal operation direction] will stop when it is detected by a sensor, it will come to a stop partially occupying Block 3. In order to have the train stop fully within the passing siding (Block 2), set “S1-4” as a [final] moving point, then select Manual Intervention after the train starts to move. Then manually stop the train wherever you like within Block 2. After stopping, press the Emergency Stop button to end the operation.

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Pulse Frequency Setting It is possible to change the frequency of the track power pulses. Setting the frequency low enables a slower and smoother operation. However, due to the characteristics of the equipment, abnormal noise and running speed change may occur, and the lights may flicker [at low frequency]. You can optionally set the frequency as you like. Note: Refer to Figure 28 on manual page 16 top. [Note: I suggest generally keeping the pulse frequency at its default setting of 200 Hz unless there is some necessity to change it.] 1 Press the “Select Pulse Frequency” button. 2 Turn the Dial to select a frequency. *The default setting is 200 Hz. [which is in the “low” range. Choices go from 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz.] 3 Press the Confirm / Enter button. *The speed of the train can be adjusted using the Customize Operating Parameter Set button. Train Operating Parameter Sets Depending on the type of train and manufacturer, individual differences in performance characteristics can occur. A defined Operating Parameter Set can be selected, with detailed settings for maximum speed, acceleration rate, deceleration rate, etc. In addition, sets 1 – 10 can be customized and adjusted. Note: Refer to table on manual page 28 middle. Table of Operating Parameter Sets Setting Corresponding Train Types 0 (default) Most trains (default setting; uses 200 Hz pulse frequency) 1 – 10 (customizable) Individual parameter values can be adjusted (see Pg. 18 for details) *1 11 (for lightweight cars) (low) Motorized iron gauge trains at low frequency setting, etc. 12 (for general cars) (low) Common trains, diesel cars, etc. at low frequency setting 13 (for low-weight cars) (low) Electric locomotive at low frequency setting, long train, etc. 14 (for the camera car) (low) Compatible with 5594 in-train camera car E233-3000 Series, etc. *2 15 (for light cars) (high freq.) Motorized iron core trains, etc. at high frequency setting, etc. 16 (for general cars) (high freq.) General train, dashi car, etc. at high frequency setting 17 (for weight cars) (high freq.) Electric locomotive at high frequency setting, long train, etc. Notes for table: *1: For “1 – 10” it is possible to set parameters to your preferred values. [They start at Set 0’s default settings.] *2: Set the camera car to 200 Hz or more. *Parameters in Parameter Sets “0” and “11 – 17” are fixed values and cannot be customized. *Sets shown as “(low)”: Suitable frequency settings are 25 Hz, 50 Hz, 100 Hz, 200 Hz, 400 Hz and 800 Hz. Sets shown as “(high)”: Suitable frequency settings are 2,000 Hz [“2E3”] and 20,000 Hz [“2E4”]. *The train type descriptions in the right column of the table above are general examples. It may vary depending on the driving environment and individual train differences. Assigning an Operating Parameter Set to a train An Operating Parameter Set can be assigned to each train. Refer to Layout Plans on manual pages 18-34, check the starting position and train number of each train, and refer to Figure 29 as a reference. *Use the start position number of each train, and set an Operating Parameter Set number to each desired. Note: Refer to Figure 29-1 on manual page 16 bottom left. 1 Press the “Select Operating Parameter Set” button. 2 Turn the Dial to select a train. 3 Press the Confirm / Enter button. *For example, to select train number 2, set [number on left side of Display] to “2”.

*A decimal point will light up after the selected number on the Display to confirm it has been entered. 4 Turn the Dial to select the Operating Parameter Set you wish to assign to this train. *For example, to select Operating Parameter Set 1, turn the Dial so that “1” is shown on the right side of the

Display. 5 Press the Confirm / Enter button.

*A decimal point will light up after the selected number on the Display to confirm it has been entered. Note: Refer to Figure 29-2 on manual page 16 bottom right.

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To set the same Operating Parameter Set number for all trains: 1 Press the “Select Operating Parameter Set” button. 2 Turn the Dial to the left to display “AL [for “all”] and Press the Confirm / Enter button. 3 Turn the Dial to select the desired Parameter Set number. 4 Press the Confirm / Enter button.

*A decimal point will light after the selected number on the Display to confirm it has been entered.

Parameter Copy Used to copy the contents of an Operating Parameter Set to another Operating Parameter Set number. * “Destination” sets that can be copied to are the customizable sets 1 – 10 only. Note: Refer to Figure 30-1 on manual page 16 lower right. 1 Press the Parameter Copy Button. [The left side of the Display will show “Pc”] 2 Turn the Dial to select the source Operating Parameter Set number, then Press the Confirm / Enter button. Note: Refer to Figure 30-2 on manual page 17 upper left. 3 Turn the Dial to select the destination Operating Parameter Set number. 4 Press the Confirm / Enter button.

*A decimal point will light after the selected number at right side of Display to confirm it has been entered.

Customizing Operating Parameter Sets 1 - 10 Trains can have individual differences, performance characteristics, etc., depending on the type of vehicle, time of manufacture, etc. It is possible to fine-tune train operations by customizing individual parameter values. Table of Individual Operating Parameters No. Name Range Default *1 Notes 1 Regular lights 0-100 0 Sets the minimum pulse width, for constant lighting when stopped. 2 Start speed 0-100 10 Sets initial startup speed. The higher the value, the faster the speed. 3 “Yel.” speed 0-100 15 Sets reduced speed for “Yellow” signal operation. Higher value = faster. 4 “Grn.” speed 0-100 25 Sets maximum speed for “Green” signal operation. Higher value = faster. 5 Accel. rate 0-255 30 Sets acceleration rate. The higher the value, the quicker the acceleration. 6 Decel. rate 0-255 40 Sets the deceleration rate. The higher the value, the quicker deceleration. 7 “Red” rate 0-255 160 Sets “Red” signal deceleration rate. A higher value = quicker deceleration. 8 Startup time 0-255 10 Sets start delay after stop when block ahead clears. Higher value = longer. 9 Stop time 0-255 10 Sets stop time value. The higher the value, the longer the train is stopped. *“10” = about 1 second, “100” = about 10 seconds, “255” = about 25 seconds. *2 Notes for table *1 The initial setting values will be the initial values in Parameter Sets 1 to 10 [which match default Set 0]. *2 The setting time will be +3 seconds when wrapping [to a next repetition of the operating sequence] Table of individual parameter values within each Operating Parameter Set [This is a table I have added from reading out the values on the Control Unit display. It is not in the manual.] Set Lights Start Yel. Grn. Accel. Decel. Red Delay Stop Notes 0 0 10 15 25 30 40 160 10 10 Default Operating Parameter Set 1-10 0 10 15 25 30 40 160 10 10 Default settings before customization 11 10 3 8 15 10 12 50 30 30 (11-17 see Parameter Set table above) 12 11 3 10 18 12 14 55 30 30 13 12 3 12 20 12 14 60 30 30 14 11 5 18 33 22 25 101 30 30 For in-train camera car 15 10 5 14 27 18 22 92 30 30 16 11 5 18 33 22 25 101 30 30 Same as 14 17 12 5 22 37 22 25 111 30 30

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How to Set Individual Operating Parameters Note: Refer to Table 31 on manual page 17 lower left. 1 Press the “Customize Operating Parameter Set” button. 2 Turn the Dial to select the desired parameter set to be edited. *Possible set numbers are 1 to 10. 3 Press the Confirm / Enter button.

*The selected Set number will be shown on the left side of the Display, with the following decimal point lit. 4 Turn the Dial to select the parameter item number that you want to change. [1 – 9] *Example shows changing the maximum speed (4), shown on the left side of the Display. 5 Press the Confirm / Enter button.

*A decimal point will light up after the selected parameter number on left side of the Display. 6 Turn the Dial to select the numerical value, shown on the right side of the display. 7 Press the Confirm / Enter button.

*A decimal point will light up after the selected value on the right side of the Display. [Repeat Steps 4 – 7 for each parameter you want to change. To skip a parameter, just dial past it.] *The Operating Parameter Set you have customized must be assigned to a train, either before or after you adjust it, in order to see the result. Refer to “Assigning the Parameter Set to a Train” above. [When done, simply go to your next action.] Speed-Matching Trains [None of this is in the manual.] [You can generally match the operating characteristics of various trains to each other, so they will operate together and follow one another more smoothly. To do this, customize Operating Parameter Sets 1 to 10, designing each set’s values around a particular train type. For example, I run trolleys and trams, and “speedy” powered Tomytec trams and small electric EMU’s simply cannot run at the same settings as “normal” Modemo or “slow” German Arnold Duewag GT6 trams, but with speed matching it can be done. [My preliminary customized parameter value settings for various types of trolleys and trams are based on a maximum “Green” speed setting that makes a “flying lap” of the exact Layout Plan 1, as shown in the Basic Connection Guide fold-out, last about 30 seconds in Trial Operation Mode 4. (I start timing one-half lap into the sequence, at the “rear” gap between Blocks 1-3 and 1-4, and end timing when the tram reaches that gap again. I use Manual Intervention each trial run to adjust the speed during the first half-lap until I get it right.) I set the “Yellow” reduced speed somewhat slower, the acceleration rate so that a train fully accelerates in the first quarter-lap, and the deceleration rate so a train fully slows down (watch the Display speed read-out) between Sensor 1-4 and the diverging points / turnout. I set the stop rate to be not too abrupt, but to stop within one car length so the tram is still partly over the sensor. The start value is set to avoid delay in starting, but not so high that the tram starts abruptly. I minimize the delay and stop times. You can use Layout Plan 1 with Automatic Operation Mode 1 to visually compare the operation of two train types running on different Parameter Sets. [I test several different specimens of each tram and trolley type, because their performance can vary. I also found that a tram’s speed can vary significantly between “forward” and “backward” operation, so I test trams in both orientations and note and use the faster orientation of the two. [Here is a table of my preliminary customized sets 1-5 for trolleys and trams: Set Lights Start Yellow Green Accel. Decel. Red Delay Stop Notes 1 5 3 10 25 30 40 160 10 10 For Tomytec powered trams / small EMUs 2 0 10 25 32 20 20 90 5 5 For Modemo (Japanese) 3 0 30 40 50 30 25 100 5 5 For original Arnold Duewag GT6 (German) 4 0 10 30 40 30 20 70 5 5 For Linie 8 Siemens Combino (Austrian) 5 3 4 20 36 25 20 150 5 5 For Bachmann Peter Witt with DCC (USA)]

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Setting the Address of an ND Hub Used to set the ND Hub address. For ND Hubs after the first, you need to change the ND Hub address number. Note: Refer to Figure 32 on manual page 17 lower right. *The initial address number setting of every ND Hub is “1”. *It is also possible to check the currently set address number of an ND Hub. *When performing this set-up, do not connect more than one ND Hub [to the Control Unit]. 1 Connect the ND Hub whose address is to be changed with a Communication Cable [to the Control Unit] and

turn on the power of the ND Hub. *Do not turn on the power of the Control Unit. 2 Press the “Setup” button and then Turn on the Control Unit. [The display will show “CnFG”.] 3 Press the “Select Operating Parameter Set” button. *The display will show “nd” and the currently set ND Hub address number. 4 Turn the Dial to select the desired address number. 5 Press the Confirm / Enter button.

*A decimal point will light up after the selected number on right side of the Display. 6 Turn off both Power Supplies then Turn them both on again. [Use a number sticker to label each ND Hub.] Layout Plans, Wiring and Operation Modes (refer to manual page 18 top) The diagrams of each layout are reference diagrams of the location of each sensor and the insertion direction of each DC track feeder. The length of a train is assumed to be about a 3-car train formation. If need be, increase each block length and the gap/sensor lengths within it to suit longer train lengths. *Each layout is an example. *A G70 insulated straight track piece can also be used to gap both rails [instead of 2 insulated rail joiners]. *The gap requirement numbers are based on gaps being placed at the branching end of Points / Turnouts. *Use appropriate extension cables, if needed, depending on the distance from each device to the ND Hub. *If using a sensor-equipped straight track piece, the layout must be adjusted to reflect its length. Using a PC Rail or Wide Rail slab rail sensor, which can be embedded in a track piece, reduces the constraints on layout assembly. Please familiarize yourself with this product. It does not support layouts other than the ones detailed below. We [Tomix] cannot answer questions where it is used for a customer’s own layout design, and we [Tomix] also cannot answer questions about use in combination with other manufacturers’ products, so please understand. Legend for Layout Plan Diagrams and Automatic Operation Mode Diagrams (refer to manual page 18 middle) Layout Plan Diagram (including cabling and block sections) [Example] S1-3:

S: S (Sensor), F (Feeder to track) or P (Point / Turnout) 1: Number of the ND Hub [1 up to 4] 3: Number of the corresponding ND Hub cable receptacle [1-8 for Sensors, 1-4 for Feeders, 1-4 for Points]

[left column in left side of box, manual pg. 18 middle] [right column in left side of box, manual pg. 18 middle] Various Sensor Wiring Track Block Section Number Track Feeder Wiring Gap Locations Point / Turnout Wiring *1 When inserting Feeder, follow direction of arrow. Communication Cable *2 Train should be placed in Block 1 for all trial runs. Various Shading of Track Blocks Initial Positions for Trains [right side of box, manual page 18 middle] Automatic Operation Mode Diagram Automatic Operation Mode number [Summary: Each row is a train, whose Block travel sequence reads from left to right. A vertical bar with arrow indicates starting in that Block number from a stop. An arrow going into a vertical bar indicates stopping in that Block number. Blocks positioned in vertical alignment indicate concurrent train operation. Travel sequences grouped in dotted boxes are repeated, apparently endlessly, until paused or stopped.]

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Detailed Layout Plan Diagrams and Automatic Operation Mode Tables Note: Refer to manual pages 18-34. [My general comments on the detailed Layout Plan diagrams (1 through 10): 1. The Layout Plan numbers are about in the middle of the heading for each diagram. 2. Some Layout Plans (like 2 and 3) have multiple diagrams, showing variations to the general plan. 3. The detailed diagrams show the general arrangement of each layout, but not the actual track pieces. 4. The diagrams show the detailed placement of sensors and gaps. [insert sensors from either side of track.] 5. DC Track Power Feeder orientations must be followed, but they can be located anywhere within their Block. 6. Cabling is shown in detail and must be followed precisely. 7. Numbered starting locations for all trains are shown. The trains are identified by these location numbers. 8. You must run the exact number of trains indicated in the Automatic Operation Mode that you select. 9. The Trial Operation Mode diagram for testing a layout is shown in its own small box. 10. The small table shows the number of ND Hubs, DC Track Feeders, Sensors, and insulated rail joiners. 11. The smaller track diagram shows the numbering of Blocks and suggested station locations (shaded). 12. Check the errata correction sheet, if one came with your 5701 set, to ascertain if Tomix has subsequently corrected the detailed layout diagram. Take heart in the fact that even they get confused! 13. The errata correction sheet I received shows circled errors and a following corrected diagram for the Basic Connection Guide fold-out Layout Plan 1 (Panel 3 and 4), as well as 5701 Manual Layout Plans 1 (manual page 18), 3EX-1 (manual page 22) and 5 (manual page 25), and also Figure 33 (manual page 35). 14. You can change the physical shape of the track, as long as you leave the general “topological essence” of the diagram intact: the sequence and relative positions of the blocks, which block numbers come from the curved branches of points / turnouts, which block number come from the straight branches, etc. 15. You will get the smoothest operation of trains by making all blocks about equal in length and in sensor location. Adjusting individual Train Operating Parameter Set parameters to “speed match” the trains will also help improve the smoothness of layout operation (see page 11 above).] [My general comments on the Automatic Operation Plan diagram tables: 1. Run the Trial Operation Mode first, to test out your assembly accuracy, cabling, and components. The trial

modes are designed to reduce variables to a minimum, to help you with debugging. 2. Some Automatic Operation modes, like 18 and 19 for Layout Plan 3 (at the top of manual page 24) are

basically identical, but one offsets the train departure times slightly to make the operation seem more realistic than always having exactly simultaneous train departures.

3. Layout Plans 1, 4 and 5 require only one ND Hub. 4. Layout Plans 2DX, 2DX with Yard, 3EX, 3EX-1, 3EX-2, 6, 7 and 8 require two ND Hubs. 5. Layout Plan 9 requires three ND Hubs, and the cabling is so complex that Tomix shows it broken into two

diagrams, with Sensor cabling shown on one and Feeder/Point cabling shown on the other. 6. Layout Plan 10 requires four ND Hubs, and is similarly broken into two cabling diagrams. 7. Layout 1 (manual page 18): oval with passing siding; one-way, two-train operation. 8. Layout 2DX (manual page 19): similar to Layout Plan 1, but with more single-track blocks and a second ND

Hub to handle them; the added blocks allow smoother two-train operation. 9. Layout 2DX with Yard (manual page 20): oval with limited two-way, three-train operation; note 2 sensors in

reversible Block 1 to handle proper stopping locations in both directions of travel. 10. Layout 3EX (man. pg. 21): oval with passing siding and a second station on the single track; one-way, two- or

three-train operation. An example on Youtube shows this arrangement applied to one line of a “twice-around” oval layout (see https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aW_p-9o45KA. Disregard the fourth train in the video, which is on the other oval track and runs in the opposite direction.)

11. Layout 3EX-1 (manual page 22): oval like 3EX but with a second passing siding (eighth block) added at the second station; limited to one-way operation, with two or three trains.

12. Layout 3EX-2 (manual page 23): oval with two passing sidings like 3EX-2, but adds another sensor to six of the eight blocks to facilitate two-way operation as well as one-way; two-train and limited four-train operation.

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13. Layout 4 (manual page 24): oval with passing siding plus two-track yard. Similar in general appearance to 2DX with Yard, but simplified for a single ND Hub. The yard tracks act as extensions of Block 3 using the “full selection” power-routing feature of Tomix points / turnouts. The passing tracks run in opposite one-way directions. Two- or three-train operation. Simulates trains running to/from a storage yard from/to a station.

14. Layout 5 (manual page 25): point-to-point operation with center passing siding; each bidirectional single track end block requires three sensors; two-train operation.

15. Layout 6 (manual page 26): oval with two passing sidings; two-way operation; passing blocks are one-way pairs; two-train operation.

16. Layout 7 (manual page 27): point-to-point with two-track end terminals; center passing blocks are a one-way pair; two-train operation.

17. Layout 8 (manual page 28): 8-block oval with “parade” operation of two to seven trains (more than four trains will introduce an increasing amount of stopping; with seven only one train can move at any time.)

18. Layout 9 (manual page 30): two-track point-to-point with twin center passing sidings; four-train operation. 19. Layout 10 (manual pgs. 31-32): similar to Layout Plan 9, but with more blocks; four- and six-train operation.] Layout Plan Partial Details [Note: For the following, refer to Figure 33 on manual page 35 top left.] Use of LED Type 2 Bumper Track We recommend using Bumper Track 1423 (LED Type 2) in a point-to-point plan. By inserting the DC Feeder in the side of the bumper track, it is possible to feed power to the rail and cut off the power if overrun. *The example is shown incorporated in Layout Plan 5. Other plans are basically the same. [Note: For the following, refer to Figure 34 on manual page 33 top right.] Adding a “Safety” Siding You can add a [Japanese prototype] “safety” siding if you like, to a Layout Plan. To do this, use additional electric points / turnouts and cable them to the ND Hub. The Layout Plans that can have safety sidings are 5, 6 and 7. [Their Automatic Operation sequences are apparently already programmed to manage these additional points / turnouts.] The wiring of points differs depending on each layout plan. Refer to the separate figures shown for Layout Plans 5, 6 and 7, respectively. Add track pieces of S140 or longer between the point / turnout and the sensor. [Note: For the following, refer to Figure 35 on manual p 35 bottom.] Relationship of Direction of Travel and Orientation of DC Feeders Using Layout Plan 1 as an example, the direction of travel of the trains can be reversed by changing the insertion orientation of all of the DC Feeders. [Note that Block 2 remains the passing siding that uses the curved branches of the points / turnouts, regardless of being on the inside or the outside of the oval.] [Note of possible error: I believe that in the diagrams on the right side of Figure 35, Feeders F1-3 and F1-4 should be swapped. A train leaving one of the passing tracks expects to go next to F1-3, not F1-4 as shown. The Block numbers have been swapped in these diagrams, but not the Feeder cable numbers.] Overload Breaker Activation [manual page 36 top] If the current consumption exceeds the rated output current, the overload protection function shuts off the power and the Power Indicator changes from green to red. In this case, turn the Power Switch off and end operation. The cause may be a derailment of a train, an electrical short due to metal objects on the track, a case where a device exceeding the ratings is connected, and so on. After removing the cause, move each train to its initial position shown on the appropriate Layout Plan diagram, then turn on each Power Switch [Power Indicator should light green] and confirm that normal operation resumes. Attention: Please be careful not to put metal objects on the track that may cause an extremely dangerous short circuit. Automatic Shut-off Feature [manual page 36 top/middle] This product is equipped with an automatic shut-off feature (stops power supply) to protect trains and the product itself from load due to long-term operation. When activated, the Display will indicate “StoP”. This feature is activated under the following conditions:

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Condition: When a sensor detection or an operation other than the Control Unit does not occur for 3 minutes. *In case of sensor detection, train derailment, dirt on the sensor, wiring may be missing. Please check the condition of the train, the connection to the wiring and track, and refer to the figures for cleaning the sensors. Maintenance of the Model Railroad [manual page 36 middle] With this product, the Control Unit determines the positional relationships of the trains by the detection at the sensors and operates the trains. As a result, if a sensor, rail or train wheel is sticky or dirty, operation may not be reliable. Regularly perform various types of maintenance, referring to each explanation below. For further troubleshooting, refer to manual page 37. Removing Dirt from the Track If a train is not operating smoothly, the track may be dirty. Frequently clean all track with a Tomix Rail Cleaner (sold separately) in order to maintain good electrical contact. Tomix Rail Cleaner is a cleaning solution designed for models. Place a small amount of Rail Cleaner on a cloth. Allow to dry afterward. Removing Dirt from Wheels Consider that the wheels may be dirty when train operation is not smooth. As with track, place a small amount of Rail Cleaner on a cloth and remove the dirt by wiping the wheels. Tomix model railroad products include a line-up of multi-wheel cleaning cars that can easily remove the dirt from the wheels, and a multi-rail cleaning car that can clean dirty rail and vacuum up dust. Please Use all means. For details, please see the Tomix Catalogue, sold separately. Removing Dirt from Sensors As with the track, clean sensors frequently. Using a cotton swab or cloth, brush the metal contact part of the sensor with Tomix Rail Cleaner. After cleaning, check whether any dust or dirt remains on the sensor. Troubleshooting [manual pages 36-37] In case of trouble, check the following list before seeking repair services [a table of very basic issues]. Error Codes [manual page 37 bottom] If an error occurs, it will be displayed as follows. When an error code is displayed, [note the code number and] turn the Control Unit power off and then on again. Other error codes may appear. In that case, please contact Tomytec Customer Service Tomix representative. Table of Error Codes Number Meaning 11 SD Memory Card is not inserted. 21 SD Memory Card security code cannot be read (CID). 24 The data read from the SD Memory Card is abnormal. 30 File system start-up information cannot be read (MBR). 31 Basic information of the file system cannot be read (BPB). 40 Layout Plan settings cannot be set properly. 51 Automatic Operation Mode setting is not correct. 70 Layout is not set correctly. 71 The Automatic Operation program is not set correctly. 72 An error occurred while preparing for Automatic Operation and it is not possible to run. Disclaimer I prepared these notes and comments as a TNOS set purchaser who does not read nor understand the Japanese language. A computer translation app was used to do basic translation, followed by further analysis and hands-on experimentation. I offer this information as a timesaver for others, since I already had to do the work for myself. I make no promises or claims as to the factual accuracy and completeness of these notes and comments, and anyone who uses them accepts and bears full responsibility and liability for any consequences or damage. These notes and comments were not prepared by Tomytec or Tomix. They are not a product of Tomytec or Tomix, and they are not to be construed to be a product of Tomytec and Tomix.